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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the Chorus predict that Agave will say Pentheus was born from?
(a) A tigress.
(b) A mare.
(c) A she-cow.
(d) A lioness.

2. The Chorus says, "I envy not deep _______."
(a) Intent.
(b) Subtleties.
(c) Worries.
(d) Cares.

3. Who does the Chorus say led Pentheus to his doom?
(a) A man.
(b) A centaur.
(c) A bull.
(d) A nymph.

4. Who is the "king" for the Chorus?
(a) Dionysus.
(b) Pentheus.
(c) Semele.
(d) Tiberius.

5. What form does the Chorus plead for Dionysus to show up in front of them as?
(a) A bear growling in anger.
(b) A dragon with teeth snapping.
(c) A horse ready for battle.
(d) A lion breating flame.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the Chorus characterize Pentheus's intent to meddle with the rites of Dionysus?

2. Where did Dionysus place Pentheus so he could get a better look?

3. A happy man, according to the Chorus, is one who from day to day has his life what?

4. When DIonysus says, "Thy change of mind compels thy praise," with what tone does he say those words?

5. What is Hellas?

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